The New York Times wrote an article about building a business on a shoestring and featured stories from various entrepreneurs who have figured interesting an unique ways to cut costs. We were included due to our decision to build James's desk into the closet to save an extra few square feet of space in our office. Additionally the reporter mentioned that we use Vonage and shopped for office furniture at discount warehouses where we can save money by buying used. Who cares about a dent or a scratch when you can get a great desk or chair for less than half price! Anyone in the Chicago area should visit Rieke Office Interiors in Elgin and check out their deals.